Shell Nigeria has been honoured for its pioneering role in the country’s energy sector at the 25th Nigeria Oil and Gas (NOG) Energy Week Conference and Exhibition held in Abuja.
The company won the Equality in Energy Award in recognition of its commitment to diversity and inclusion in the industry.
Its renewable energy subsidiary, Daystar Power*l, was presented with the *Sustainability in Energy Award* for driving clean energy solutions across Nigeria.
The awards were part of activities marking the 25th edition of NOG Energy Week, which brought together industry leaders, policymakers, and investors to discuss the future of Nigeria’s oil and gas sector.
The company said the recognitions reflect its ongoing efforts to promote equitable opportunities and advance sustainable energy development in Nigeria.
A determined effort to promote equality, diversity and inclusion in its businesses has resulted in the appointment of women to key posts, including last month’s naming of former Managing Director of Shell Nigeria Exploration and Production Company Limited (SNEPCo) Elohor Aiboni as Executive Vice President and Country Chair Nigeria.
She is the first Nigerian to hold the combined roles and assumes duty on the first of next month.
Daystar Power has continued to provide “solar and hybrid energy solutions for businesses in Nigeria, Ghana, Togo, Senegal and Côte d’Ivoire.”
Group Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited, Bayo Ojulari congratulated the awardees and commended the collaboration and teamwork that contributed to a successful conference.
Shell is a key sponsor of the Nigeria Oil and Gas conference and mounted an exhibition in addition to hosting a well-attended dinner on Tuesday night.
In remarks read on his behalf by General Manager Wells and Geoscience Operations Nigeria, Joseph Mordi, Executive Vice President Nigeria and Country Chair Marno de Jong said: “We will continue to play our role in developing the industry and help to promote economic growth in Nigeria through the efficient delivery of our businesses in deepwater oil and gas production, integrated gas, renewables and power solutions.”